Hit cups from afar, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Putting18-27 min14 HCP5 drills
Dispersion40%
Accuracy30%
Distance Control8%
Practice Programs
Complete Golf Practice Blueprint for Emerald Lakes Golf Club
Discover tailored practice programs for this course.
Total Programs
15
15 complete programs built for this course
Unique Drills
68
Total unique drills across all programs
Skill Pillars
10
Accuracy · Aim · Alignment · Dispersion · Distance Control · Mechanics
Session Durations
7
3 days , 4 days , 5 days , 6 days , 7 days , 8 days , 9 days
AccuracyAimAlignmentDispersionDistance ControlMechanics+4 more
Emerald Lakes Practice Profile
We've mapped a comprehensive practice profile for Emerald Lakes, identifying the specific skills this course demands most. The skill distribution below shows which areas of your game will be tested most frequently based on the hole-by-hole analysis (hole handicaps, stroke index, yardage, etc.), while the handicap ranges indicate the typical player profiles who perform well here.
Focus your practice on these key skills to maximize improvement and lower your scores. Check the practice programs below for targeted drills that address these specific skills.
Skill Distribution
Scoring 33%Distance Control 22%Accuracy 16%Dispersion 13%Precision 13%
Handicap Performance Insights
The handicap ranges shown represent the typical performance levels for this course. Players within these ranges can expect competitive scores, while those outside may yield benefits or may need additional practice in the highlighted skill areas to perform at their best.
12.4
Average HCP
7
Minimum HCP
30.3
Maximum HCP
Top Drills
Featured Drills for Emerald Lakes
Most-used drills from for this course. Practice as standalone drills or scroll down for full programs.
![Diagram for Three Gates Dispersion [Long]](https://cdn.prod.website-files.com/65d60f76badcce181f11dc50/665b489a061fc05bd21fccf4_Slide105.PNG)
Putting18 min
Three Gates Dispersion [Long]
Hit 30 balls and count how many balls end at which gate (to test for dispersion).
Short Game26 min
Pitch | Fairway | Above/Below Feet
Hit two buckets of balls (avg. bucket is 40 balls) from the sloped fairway; one bucket with balls above feet level, one bucket with balls below feet level.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | 3 Landing Zones
Hit 15 balls to each landing zone using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls. Count total number of successful shots.
Driving Range31 min
Short irons (9,8) | PAR 3 Challenge
Complete the PAR 3 Challenge using short irons only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | Ladder Challenge
Complete the Ladder Challenge using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Driving Range31 min
Driver | L-R and R-L 9 Targets
Hit 5 balls to each randomly selected target while producing left-to-right and right-to-left shots, using driver only. Hit one bucket of ~50 balls.
Course Details
Everything you need to know about Emerald Lakes.
Contact Information
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Phone
+44 (0)1250 872622
📠
Fax
+44 (0) 1250 872622
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Facilities
✓Driving Range
✓Putting Green
✓Chipping Green
✓Practice Bunker
✓Motor Cart
✓Pull Cart
✓Golf Clubs Rental
✗Club Fitting
✓Pro Shop
✓Golf Lessons
✗Caddie Hire
✓Restaurant
✓Reception Hall
✓Changing Room
✓Lockers
✗Lodging on Site
Location
Yundonghai Forest Park
Course Information
Holes
18
Par
72
Type
Parkland
Architect
Joe F. Obringer
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Programs
Skill-Based Practice Programs for Emerald Lakes
We studied the course layout and prepared practice programs to lower your scores. The programs are purpose-built for each tee to align with the course strategy. Each program consists of curated drills, with pre-defined modules designed to deliver results.
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Showing 15 Programs
% match to course practice profileFly out and stop close, for a 16-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min15 HCP8 drills
Aim35%
Precision18%
Scoring12%
Pitch to the green, for a 35-handicap player, ~30 minutes.
Short Game~26 min34 HCP6 drills
Alignment26%
Aim22%
Scoring17%
Hit greens with short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP3 drills
Scoring28%
Dispersion23%
Accuracy20%
14 Week Flagship Program for Emerald Lakes
A complete and progressive long-term development curriculum mapped from easier to harder drills, specifically for Emerald Lakes. Start with the basics and work your way towards more challenging drills. Commit to 14 weeks of training and get in proper shape. Four days counts as a week.
Weeks 1–2≤ 5 days
Putting · Long (20+ ft)
Hit Cup From Long Distance
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 2–3≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
Land Close To Pin
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 34.0
Weeks 3–5≤ 7 days
Short Game · Pitch
Get square for a pure strike: alignment focus
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 28.0
Weeks 5–7≤ 7 days
Short Game · Sand
Can you fly it out and stop it close?
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 15.0
Weeks 7–9≤ 6 days
Short Game · Pitch
See your pitch landing and rolling out—then execute
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 14.0
Weeks 9–10≤ 4 days
Short Game · Sand
Sand 10–25 Yds
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 13.0
Weeks 10–11≤ 7 days
Driving Range · Driver
Control the arc: launch it where you want it to go
Difficulty: Beginner · Program HCP 26.0
Weeks 12–13≤ 6 days
Driving Range · Mid irons (7,6,5)
Pick your line and stick it—mid iron accuracy
Difficulty: Intermediate · Program HCP 10.0
Weeks 13–14≤ 3 days
Driving Range · Driver
Lag it long: can you control your driver distance every time?
Difficulty: Advanced · Program HCP 6.0
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Maximize in regulation, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP7 drills
Scoring33%
Precision19%
Dispersion13%
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Get StartedTurn into birdies, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP9 drills
Scoring43%
Distance Control31%
Visualization26%
Sand from longer range, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min13 HCP4 drills
Scoring25%
Distance Control24%
Precision16%
Get square for strike, for a 28-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Short Game~26 min28 HCP8 drills
Alignment29%
Distance Control18%
Scoring17%
Visualize perfect pitch, for a 14-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Short Game~26 min14 HCP6 drills
Scoring45%
Accuracy32%
Visualization24%
Control driver arc, for a 26-handicap player, ~20 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min26 HCP7 drills
Trajectory31%
Precision23%
Mechanics19%
Maximize driver distance, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range30-31 min0 HCP5 drills
Scoring26%
Precision18%
Trajectory16%
Precision short irons, for a 1-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min0 HCP4 drills
Scoring34%
Precision27%
Aim10%
Master driver length, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
Avoid fringe with mid irons, for a 11-handicap player, ~15 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min10 HCP6 drills
Distance Control27%
Accuracy24%
Scoring19%
Control driver distance, for a 6-handicap player, ~10 minutes.
Driving Range~31 min6 HCP3 drills
Distance Control35%
Scoring23%
Trajectory22%
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Prepare for Tournaments at Emerald Lakes
Follow a complete multi-week structured practice program ahead of the upcoming events and arrive prepared.
No upcoming tournaments at this time.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Emerald Lakes
Get answers to common questions about playing Emerald Lakes and what to expect.
How difficult is Emerald Lakes for mid-handicap golfers?
Players often find Emerald Lakes technically exacting. With a slope of 120, it remains playable for a wide handicap range. The course rating of 70 reflects on scoring relative to par 72.
What tees should a 15 handicap play at Emerald Lakes?
A 15 handicap golfer should consider tees closer to 6000 yards. The back tees extend to 6500 yards, which makes approach shots longer and scoring more challenging.
What is considered a good score at Emerald Lakes?
With a course rating of 70 and par 72, a mid-handicap golfer would typically score in the mid to high 80s. Stronger players aiming to break 72 must manage approach shots and avoid penalty strokes.
How long is Emerald Lakes and how does yardage affect play?
Measuring 6500 yards at maximum length, scoring depends more on placement than raw power.
What type of course is Emerald Lakes and how should I play it?
Emerald Lakes is designed as a Parkland layout. Overall, the setup will reward players who place the ball in safe positions far from hazards. Also, type of shot is more crucial rather than just trying to gain distance.
What features make Emerald Lakes strategically challenging?
The combination of a slope rating of 120 and yardage reaching 6500 yards creates consistent pressure on approach shots. You will need to balance risk and reward, especially on longer par 4s and protected greens.
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